Citizens Advice Cambridge & District

Citizens Advice Cambridge & District is an independent charity that provides free advice and support to people in Cambridge City or South Cambs.

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🤔 Worried about money as a student?

Making a budget can help you manage your finances and feel more confident.

@StudentMindsOrg explain how you can do this ⤵️
https://t.co/JBjBVW7v9T

[Citizens Advice Cambridge & District @CambridgeCAB]

💳 Facing issues paying your credit card?

There’s things you can do to improve your situation.

Our advice can help you ⤵️
https://t.co/7UbEMnCWyT

[Citizens Advice Cambridge & District @CambridgeCAB]

🏠 Today’s #EnergySaversWeek winter heating checklist tip is to keep your heating set at the lowest comfortable temperature.

Setting a higher temperature on your room thermostat doesn't make your property warm up any faster but it could waste energy ⤵️
https://t.co/81AdulQaDc

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⚡ You can get involved in #EnergySaversWeek in 3 simple ways:

➡️ Tick off the items on our winter heating checklist
➡️ Learn more from our experts
➡️ Dive into our energy resources

Find out more on our website ⤵️
https://t.co/FCY62GDWNb

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The festive season can take a toll on your finances but it doesn’t have to set the tone for the year ahead.

Start 2025 with our simple tips on how to be financially savvy ⤵️
https://t.co/1EAMBGZx1g

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❗ You might be able to get help to afford essentials like bills and food.

Check our website to find out what support is available ⤵️
https://t.co/XKI9wToJZR

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📷Christmas Opening Times 📷

All our services will then be closed Monday 23rd December until 2nd of January. If you need help at this time, please visit out website https://t.co/buHa3X34DD

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Please note our email advice is now closed. You can still contact us on our Adviceline Freephone 0808 278 7808 Monday to Friday 9am-4pm.

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❌ Your landlord shouldn’t blame you for having damp in your home.

It’s their responsibility to find out what’s causing the damp.

Check what kind of damp you have and how you could deal with it ⤵️
https://t.co/u6vW7zMgDu

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*Feedback Friday*
"the information provided by CAB was exceptional and very helpful"

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To help you take control of your gambling habits you can:
✔️ Use software to block gambling websites
✔️ Check with your bank to limit how much you spend on gambling

Find out more ⤵️
https://t.co/OnxREH1Z8y

[Citizens Advice Cambridge & District @CambridgeCAB]

📷FEEDBACK FRIDAY📷 For the income max team. I would like to start by expressing my heartfelt thanks for all the support and guidance you have provided me. Your patience and understanding have truly made a positive impact on my life, and I am deeply grateful for everything you do

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🎒 Do you need help with your child’s school costs?

If you’re on a low income, you might be able to get support for school meals, transport and uniform ⤵️
https://t.co/JjOkS4H06G

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The government announced their Autumn Budget on Wednesday 30 October 2024.

This was the first Budget from the new Labour government.

We can help you understand how the changes are likely to affect your money and day-to-day life ⤵️
https://t.co/d7uHqijcbQ

[Citizens Advice Cambridge & District @CambridgeCAB]

Do one thing this #TalkMoneyWeek and plan ahead.

👜 Shop around
📅 Add important dates to your calendar
🥘 Think about meal planning
💷 Create a spending diary for a week

Read our blog for more tips ⤵️
https://t.co/mkhAqit031

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It’s #TrusteesWeek and we want to say a huge thank you to all our incredible trustees who give up their time to support Citizens Advice!

Whether at a national or local level, their support is vital in allowing us to continue helping people when they need us most 💙

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🏠 Your social housing landlord is responsible for dealing with most repair problems in your home.

If you’ve reported repairs to your landlord and they haven’t done anything, you can make a complaint.

We can help you understand your rights ⤵️
https://t.co/eXw6Uo1zFz

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🥳Good News Story of the week:
Client was seen at a Foodbank, after 3 failed attempts claiming PIP he was entitled to.
Our wonderful Adviser helped him complete the form and advise don the process. With her support and guidance he was awarded the benefit and a backdate.!

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🕜 You have the right to take time off from work in certain circumstances. These are called 'statutory rights'.

This time off might be paid leave or unpaid leave.

Check what your rights are ⤵️
https://t.co/h4dfOarwTJ

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If you’re in debt because of gambling, there are ways you can get support.

You might want to talk to someone about your gambling problem.

Our advice can help you ⤵️
https://t.co/OnxREH1Z8y